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a male client admitted the morning of his scheduled surgery tells the PN that he drank water last night. What intervention will the PN implement first? - Determine the amount of water and exact time it was taken A client receives ondansetron prior to chemotherapy treatment.How should the PN evaluate this medication? - Monitor the client for nausea or vomiting following the treatment During morning rounds a client is admitted with OCD is in the...of the same table. What intervention should ...

A nurse who has recently completed orientation is beginning work in the labor and delivery unit for the first time. When making assignments, which client should the charge nurse assign to this new nurse? - A multiparous client who is dilated 5 cm and 50% effaced A client with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection has white lesions in the oral cavity that resemble milk curds. Nystatin (Mycostatin) preparation is prescribed as a swish and swallow. Which information is most important for ...

should she be given? Take this medication with food Do not take this medication if you are pregnant Take this medication on an empty stomach Alcohol should be avoided when taking this medication D. Metronidazole may be associated with a disulfiram reaction when mixed with alcohol. Advice that should be given to all patients who take metronidazole is to avoid alcohol entirely while this medication is being taken. Additionally, alcohol should be avoided for 24 hours after the last dose o...

Three days after surgery, a male client suddenly grabs his right chest and becomes short of breath, pale, and diaphoretic. The practical nurse (PN) immediately assesses his vital signs and obtains 100/80 mm Hg blood pressure, 110 beats/min heart rate, and 36 breaths/min respiratory rate. What action is most important for the PN to take next? - Apply oxygen at 2 liters per nasal cannula. An elderly female client with dementia is transferred from a long-term care unit to an acute care unit. The...

For which of the following patients would a comprehensive health history be appropriate? A. A new patient with the chief complaint of "I sprained my ankle" B. An established patient with the chief complaint of "I have an upper respiratory infection" C. A new patient with the chief complaint of "I am here to establish care" D. A new patient with the chief complaint of "I cut my hand" ANS: C Feedback: This patient is here to establish care, and because she is new to you, a compre...

Thyroidectomy patient with hoarse voice - Tell the charge nurse What would you expect with a patient with hip replacement cast? - Decreased HGB If you are taking out the NG tube and your patient starts gagging, what would you do? - Continue removing the NG tube Something with a chamber of 15mL - Choose the option to add 5mL to make it 20mL Nurse that has four patients - Pick the patient trying to get up (NOT liver biopsy patient) Know where the injection site is on the ass - Side ...

While taking a client's history, the practical nurse (PN) discovers that the client, who takes Coumadin daily, has added a ginger supplement on the advice of a friend. What comment is critical for the PN to provide to this client? - "Your health care provider is interested in all medications and herbs you take." A client with diabetes mellitus takes insulin daily and is prescribed propranolol (Inderal). Which information should the nurse provide to this client? - A sign of hypoglycemia is ...

During a clinic visit, a client reports to the practical nurse (PN) that they felt a solid mass in their breast during self-examination, but it was not painful. What instruction should the PN reinforce with the client? A. Continue to monitor the mass until the next scheduled annual exam. B. Notify the PCP if the mass becomes soft or painful or starts to drain. C. Schedule an appointment with the PCP for evaluation D. Breast masses are usually insignificant if they feel soft or are easily m...

What intervention should the practical nurse (PN) implement to meet the physiologic integrity of a client during a manic episode of bipolar disorder? A. Provide the client with finger foods. B. Restrict the client's oral fluid intake. C. Give the client low-protein, low-calorie snacks. D. Interrupt the client's performance of rituals. - A. Provide the client with finger foods. During the manic phase of bipolar disorder, a client is often unable to sit still long enough to eat, so th...

What intervention should the practical nurse (PN) implement to meet the physiologic integrity of a client during a manic episode of bipolar disorder? A. Provide the client with finger foods. B. Restrict the client's oral fluid intake. C. Give the client low-protein, low-calorie snacks. D. Interrupt the client's performance of rituals. - A. Provide the client with finger foods. During the manic phase of bipolar disorder, a client is often unable to sit still long enough to eat, so th...

family - two or more individuals coming from the same or different kinship groups who are involved in a continuous living arrangement, usually residing in the same household, experiencing common emotional bonds, and sharing certain obligations toward each other and toward others. family health - a condition including the promotion and maintenance of physical, mental, spiritual, and social health for the family unit and for individual family members. family process - ongoing interaction bet...

PHARMAKON - DRUGS LOGOS - STUDY It is the science that deals with drugs and their action on living organism. - PHARMACOLOGY When the drug is absorbed and distributed by the blood to the different body tissue is called Local. TRUE OR FALSE - FALSE: It is Systemic Limited to site of administration. - LOCAL These are drugs used for the prevention and treatment of diseases. - MEDICINES This is classification of drug used for the treatment of nausea and vomiting. - Antiemetics T...

Basic unit in society, and is shaped by all forces surround it. - Family Based on the Philippine Constitution, Family Code with focus on - religious , legal, and cultural aspects of the definition of family. The state recognizes the Filipino family as the foundation of the nation. Accordingly, it shall strengthen its solidarity and actively promote its total development. - Section 1 Marriage, as an inviolable social institution, is the foundation of family and shall be protected by the ...

108.11 Million - Total population of the Philippines 61.6 years old - Lifespan of Filipinos CV diseases, Vascular diseases and Cancer - Cause of mortality Acute lower RTI, Pneumonia and Diarrhea - Cause of morbidity Health Promotion Disease Prevention Good Governance - Strategies that will allow maximization of limited resources. Health - A state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. Community - A group of peopl...

What discharge instructions is most important for a client after a kidney transplant? A. Weigh weekly B. Report symptoms of secondary Candidiasis C. Use daily reminders to take immunosuppressants D. Stop cigarette smoking - C. Use daily reminders to take immunosuppressants The nurse is planning care to prevent complication for a client with multiple myeloma. Which intervention is most important for the nurse to include? A. Safety precautions during activity B. Assess for changes in ...

The nurse is planning to initiate a socialization group for older residents of a long-term facility. Which information would be most useful to the nurse when planning activities for the group? A. The length of time each group member has resided at the nursing home. B. A brief description of each resident's family life. C. The age of each group member. D. The usual activity patterns of each member of the group. - D An older person's level of activity is a determining factor in adjustment...

Which description of symptoms is characteristic of a client diagnosed with trigeminal neuralgia (tic douloureux)? A) Tinnitus, vertigo, and hearing difficulties. B) Sudden, stabbing, severe pain over the lip and chin. C) Facial weakness and paralysis. D) Difficulty in chewing, talking, and swallowing. - B) Sudden, stabbing, severe pain over the lip and chin. Trigeminal neuralgia is characterized by paroxysms of pain, similar to an electric shock, in the area innervated by one or more ...

A common lab findings with ACE Inhibitors - Increase K+ ACE inhibitor = retention of potassium. Measure potassium one month after starting and one month after changing a dose What should you do? Pt on Monopril and HCTZ for hypertension. His blood pressure is 160-170/92-98 on several blood pressure checks ? Would you add an ARB? - If these are at maximum doses, consideration should be given to adding a medication from a different class. CALCIUM CHANNEL BLOCKER NOT ARB - Addin...

A nurse is caring for a client with diabetes insipidus (DI). Which data warrants the most immediate intervention by the nurse? a. serum sodium of 185 b. dry skin with elastic turgor c. apical rate of 110 BPM d. polyuria and excessive thirst - a. serum sodium of 185 The nurse is obtaining the admission history for a client with suspected PUD. Which subjective data reported by the client supports this medical diagnosis? a. frequent use of chewable and liquid antacids for indigestion b....

The nurse reviews the laboratory results of a client during an annual physical examination and identifies a positive guar test of stool. Which additional serum laboratory test result should the nurse review? A. Glucose B. Platelet count C. White blood cell count D. Amylase - Platelet count A client who had a bliliopancreatic diversion procedure (BDP) 3 months ago is admitted with severe dehydration. Which assessment finding warrants immediate intervention by the nurse? A. Strong woul...